Job Information
Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. Experienced Field Carpenter in Portland, Maine
Wright-Ryan is a Maine based, employee-owned company offering unparalleled quality and customer service to our clients and to each member of the Wright-Ryan team. Our experience and reputation allow each of us the opportunity to contribute to exciting and diverse projects in the Commercial, Institutional and Residential markets. Our size fosters the camaraderie, sense of community and supportive environment key to our success. Our organization structure is carefully crafted to maximize the advancement of our valued employee owners.
What we are proud to offer you:
A discretionary, annual cash bonus program along with competitive employee benefits that include a 401(k) Plan with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), affordable health and dental; company-paid life & short-term disability; and paid time off (holiday, vacation & personal time)
Job Overview
Wright-Ryan is currently seeking full-time, experienced Field Carpenters to join our Field Operations team. This position works under the supervision of a lead person, foreman, or superintendent and supports team efforts to meet production commitments through the efficient and effective completion of all basic field carpentry activities. Our valued carpenters are part of a career ladder so if you are interested in advancement this may be the position for you. Carpenters who demonstrate sound carpentry, leadership and technology skills have the potential to move into a Lead Carpenter position and eventually to Foreman as volume of work and projects permit.
An essential craft position for Wright-Ryan, the Field Carpenter plays a key role in helping us achieve our profit goals. This position requires an all-around skilled individual who is familiar with a wide variety of building materials (primarily wood), has a general knowledge of basic fasteners and fastening systems, as well as framing and blocking. In addition, this individual works with concrete under the direction of an experienced concrete lead. Our Carpenters work on both commercial projects where accuracy and production speed are key and custom homes where productivity and finish quality are essential. Staff are expected to follow our customer service standards and practice collaboration to ensure the success of the crew as a whole.
Job Requirements
Reliably available 40 hours, good transportation, punctual
Solid work history
Experience with a wide variety of construction materials and fastening systems and jobsite activities
Ability to read plans and identify problems
Knowledge of the construction process and carpentry’s role
Awareness of how carpentry integrates with trades subcontractors
Strong verbal skills and focus on teamwork to ensure the crew’s success
Good organizational skills and attention to pace and accuracy
Ability to retrieve email for company announcements
Education and Experience Requirements
High School diploma or GED
Five (5) years of experience in general carpentry
We appreciate your interest in employment with Wright-Ryan Construction. Please pay close attention to the “required” qualifications above. If you meet the criteria, we invite you to move on to the application. No phone calls, please. If you are selected for a screening interview, you will be contacted.
Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to obtain employment without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, disability/handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, military status, or other impermissible criteria.